Thanks for this list. Having just skimmed many older OffBeat posts, I'm struck by how you always share a unique idea, or something unexpected that keeps a reader on their toes. Even with this variety, the bi-weekly posts stick to themes of creativity, leadership or being authentic.
What's your reaction to above characterized as "DIGO" - "Diversity In, Creativity Out"...?
p.s. I also discovered Rick Rubin's book, The Creative Act, and thought it was great.
Three book referrals:
"The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto"(fiction, Mitch Albom. Forrest Gump type story about a guitarist orphaned at youth and mentored by a master. Narrated by the character 'Music').
"Herding Tigers" (business, Todd Henry. Ideas on managing creatives...leadership practices blend well with those in "Yes the Mess").
"Workplace Jazz", (business, Gerald Leonard, 2021. Haven't yet read, fyi, he's also done interviews and podcasts. Among the <10 jazz and management / business books published since 2000).
Look forward to exchanging ideas with you in 2025 -- especially around jazz as a metaphor for teamwork amidst uncertainty. Michael
Thanks for this list. Having just skimmed many older OffBeat posts, I'm struck by how you always share a unique idea, or something unexpected that keeps a reader on their toes. Even with this variety, the bi-weekly posts stick to themes of creativity, leadership or being authentic.
What's your reaction to above characterized as "DIGO" - "Diversity In, Creativity Out"...?
p.s. I also discovered Rick Rubin's book, The Creative Act, and thought it was great.
Three book referrals:
"The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto"(fiction, Mitch Albom. Forrest Gump type story about a guitarist orphaned at youth and mentored by a master. Narrated by the character 'Music').
"Herding Tigers" (business, Todd Henry. Ideas on managing creatives...leadership practices blend well with those in "Yes the Mess").
"Workplace Jazz", (business, Gerald Leonard, 2021. Haven't yet read, fyi, he's also done interviews and podcasts. Among the <10 jazz and management / business books published since 2000).
Look forward to exchanging ideas with you in 2025 -- especially around jazz as a metaphor for teamwork amidst uncertainty. Michael
Love that frame-up of Diversity In, Creativity Out! And thanks for the book recs 🙏